If you’re only hearing about Iran in relation to US-Israeli strikes, that’s by design. January in Iran saw “one of the most extreme Internet shutdowns in history” as the country cut off Internet access for its citizens. It appears the reason for this shutdown was to cover up the mass murder of civilians following theContinue reading “Iran, Poetry, and You”
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What happens when you stop hating your old work?
Forgive me reader, for I have sinned: it’s been years since I’ve felt shame about my old writing.
Reminder: I’ll be at ArmadilloCon 2025 this year!
If you’re in Austin, you can register for the convention here. If you run into me, say hi!
Interview with Peter Okonkwo
A couple months ago, Peter Okonkwo, of P. English Literature, reached out to interview me about one of my short stories, I Am A Mountain (y estoy hundiendome). We covered the artistic process, the nature of fear, and the douchebag politician inside all of us. Give it a listen while you move about! (It’s betterContinue reading “Interview with Peter Okonkwo”
Convention Appearance: ArmadilloCon 2025
For September 2025, just like in 2024, I’m directing the Writers’ Workshop at ArmadilloCon! Fans of speculative writing have gathered here since the 1970s to connect with other authors, learn about the industry, and geek out about our favorite characters. If you’re in Austin on the weekend of September 12th-14th, I’d love to see youContinue reading “Convention Appearance: ArmadilloCon 2025”
The 2025 F.A.C.T. Flash Fiction Contest is underway!
Like last year, I’m hosting ArmadilloCon’s F.A.C.T Flash Fiction Contest! We’re looking for 1000-word, speculative fiction stories that include the prompt word “tundra.” Entries will be accepted through midnight on March 31. The contest is open to any workshop student member of ArmadilloCon 2017 through 2025. If you paid a registration fee but were unable to attend,Continue reading “The 2025 F.A.C.T. Flash Fiction Contest is underway!”
Convention Appearance: ArmadilloCon 2024
Hello friends! If any of you are in Austin, TX this weekend, you can find me at ArmadilloCon! I’m organizing this year’s Writers’ Workshop, working as both instructor and director… hence why this announcement is so late. Ah well. I’ve attended and volunteered at ArmadilloCon for several years now. It’s a cool place to meetContinue reading “Convention Appearance: ArmadilloCon 2024”
My second published story
… is available for you to read right now! It’s a harrowing sci-fi epic (in a little over 300 words) about survival and acceptance. This story found a home on Little Old Lady Comedy, a great humor site that publishes every weekday. Other favorites of mine from that site include A Historian Goes to TherapyContinue reading “My second published story”
An excerpt from “I Am A Mountain (y estoy hundiendome)”
I know you heard about my upcoming anthology. But you may not know what I contributed or if you’ll enjoy my story. If you haven’t made a decision yet, clear your mind and read the first few pages below!